Report: Giants place two receivers on IR

Manningham has been dealing with ongoing knee problems that limited him to six games, including three starts, in 2013. Holliday, who doubles as a kick returner, missed most of the preseason with a hamstring injury.

Mario Manningham makes one grab in preseason opener

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/3/2014)Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham caught his only targeted pass for a gain of 17 yards during Sunday's preseason opener against the Bills. Manningham worked with the second-team and caught his only pass of the night from backup quarterback Ryan Nassib.

Knee injuries limited Manningham to 18 games over the past two seasons with the 49ers. He was limited to nine catches in six games in 2013 before returning to the Giants in the offseason.

Three Giants to be limited during camp

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(7/21/2014)Giants left tackle Will Beatty (leg), guard John Jerry (knee) and receiver Mario Manningham (knee) all will be limited during training camp, reports ESPN. The Giants' first practice is Tuesday.

Mario Manningham's knee not 100 percent

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(5/12/2014)Giants receiver Mario Manningham is not all the way back from a knee injury. Coach Tom Coughlin said in a radio interview that Manningham's knee is "not ready" and "not 100 percent," reports the New York Daily News.

Manningham was limited to nine catches in six games with the 49ers last year.

Addition of Odell Beckham changes Giants' receiving corps

"He's a dynamic receiver, dynamic punt returner and a dynamic kickoff returner," general manager Jerry Reese said. "You're getting a guy that can score touchdowns in three different ways for you. There's no way we would pass him up."

Beckham is expected to replace the departed Hakeem Nicks, and his addition allows the Giants to keep Victor Cruz as a slot receiver with Beckham and Rueben Randle playing outside.

"We're talking about the quarterback needing help, and this guy is a weapon," Reese said of Eli Manning and Co. "We need a weapon on the outside. Victor is more of an inside receiver. Victor can't play on the outside. We have Rueben Randle, Jerrel Jernigan and we got Mario Manningham back, so we're trying to get the quarterback some weapons. You need weapons in this league. We think this guy is a weapon."

Giants counting on Mario Manningham

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(4/1/2014)Giants coach Tom Coughlin said at the NFL owners meeting that he's expecting receiver Mario Manningham to make an impact in his reunion with New York this season.

Manningham signed a one-year deal with the Giants, where he spent the first four years of his career before going to the 49ers as a free agent in 2012.

"We're excited to have Mario back," Coughlin said. "Mario is really excited to be a Giant once again. He can hardly contain himself with his desire to get going and get started to return to being a Giant. You can see in his eyes. He's matured. He's physically matured, he's mentally matured, he has a great attitude. As I told him when he was here, if we're going to be the team we want to be, he has to come back and make a very strong contribution. He's excited about that chance and that opportunity."

Manningham is expected to compete for playing time behind Victor Cruz and Rueben Randle.

Mario Manningham going back to Giants

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(3/18/2014)Receiver Mario Manningham agreed to a one-year contract with the Giants, reports NFL Network. Manningham is returning to New York after two injury-plagued seasons with the 49ers.

Mario Manningham, Giants talking reunion

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(3/17/2014)Free agent receiver Mario Manningham, who helped the Giants win Super Bowl XLVI, is visiting the team Monday to discuss a possible reunion, reports ESPN's Adam Schefter. Knee injuries limited Manningham to 18 games over the past two seasons with the 49ers.

Mario Manningham 'doing well' following knee problems

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(1/27/2014)49ers receiver Mario Manningham, who was limited to six games by his troublesome left knee, is "doing well and will definitely be ready for the offseason program,” a source tells CSNBayArea.com. The 27-year-old Manningham is about to become an unrestricted free agent.

Quinton Patton to replace Mario Manningham

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(12/23/2013)With receiver Mario Manningham (knee, illness) inactive against the Falcons, rookie wideout Quinton Patton will take his place in the lineup, reports the Sacramento Bee. It's another disappointment for Manningham, who has nine catches in six games this season.

Mario Manningham questionable for Monday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(12/21/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (illness, knee) was unable to participate in Friday and Saturday's practice, and is at risk of missing Monday's game against the Falcons as a result. Manningham is officially listed on the injury report as questionable for Week 16.

49ers receivers dealing with injuries

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(12/20/2013)49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree was a full participant in practice Friday, despite being listed on the injury report with wrist and ankle issues. The same cannot be said for fellow receiver Mario Manningham, who was limited in practice due to an illness as well as a knee injury.

Fortunately, that actually represents an improvement for Manningham, who had been held out of Thursday's practice. His status for Week 16 against the Falcons Monday will be determined following Saturday's session.

Four 49ers listed as questionable Week 15

Brown put in limited practice during the week, and is dealing with a rib injury. Both Iupati and Manningham have knee issues.

49ers get minor contributions in Week 14 win

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(12/8/2013)The 49ers received minor contributions from several role players during Sunday's win over the Seahawks in Week 14.

In the running game, Kendall Hunter rushed for 16 yards on four carries while Bruce Miller had three carries for six yards. In the passing game, Miller was limited to three receptions for 21 yards. Wide receiver Mario Manningham was targeted four times but finished the game without a grab.

Frank Gore, Mario Manningham ready for Week 14

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(12/8/2013)As expected, the 49ers have ruled both running back Frank Gore (ankle) and wide receiver Mario Manningham (knee) active for Sunday's pivotal home game against the Seahawks in Week 14.

49ers wide receivers in question for Sunday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(12/6/2013)49ers wide receivers Jon Baldwin (calf) and Mario Manningham (knee) were both limited in practice throughout the week, and are officially questionable for Week 14 against the Seahawks Sunday.

Mario Manningham held without a grab Week 12

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(12/1/2013)With Michael Crabtree back from Achilles surgery, 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was not a factor in the passing game, as he laid an egg during Sunday's win over the Rams in Week 13.

Manningham was not targeted for a pass in the game. He was held without a catch for the first time since the final week of the 2011 season. He'll look to bounce back against the Seahawks in Week 14.

49ers could have full compliment of receivers in Week 13

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/29/2013)The 49ers wide receiver corps is nearly as full health in Week 13 against the Rams, as Michael Crabtree (Achilles) and Quinton Patton (foot) could make their returns to the field Sunday. Crabtree was activated from the PUP list earlier in the week, while Patton is officially questionable on Friday's injury report. This is the first time Patton has not been ruled out early since Week 4.

Additionally, Mario Manningham is probable for Sunday's game. He only recently returned from his own long-term injury issue.

Mario Manningham racks up 45 receiving yards in Week 12

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(11/26/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham enjoyed his best performance of the year but was still held under 50 receiving yards during Monday's win over the Redskins in Week 12.

Manningham caught three passes in the opening quarter and was limited to only one reception the rest of the way. He caught four of the seven passes thrown his way for 45 yards in a 27-6 victory.

Manningham's seven targets were the most he's had in a game this season. He has eight catches for 83 yards this season. He'll look to stay sharp in Week 13 at home against the Rams.

Marion Manningham questionable for Monday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/23/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (knee) was limited in practice yet again Saturday, and is officially questionable for Week 12 against the Redskins Monday. Manningham has appeared in each of the team's last two games, after overcoming knee surgery.

Mario Manningham limited by knee Friday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/23/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (knee) was limited in practice yet again Friday, as the team prepares for Week 12 against the Redskins. His status for Monday's game will likely be determined following practice Saturday.

Mario Manningham remains limited in practive

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/21/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (knee) continues to be limited in practice, as the team eases him back into action. He was not a full participant for Thursday's session in preparation for Week 12 against the Redskins.

Several Niners make small offensive contributions on Sunday

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/17/2013)49ers wideout Mario Manningham regressed Sunday from his 2013 debut, when he caught three passes for 30 yards in Week 10 against Carolina. He managed just one grab for 10 yards in the loss to New Orleans.

Manningham was one of several players to make minor contributions against the Saints. Tight end Vance McDonald had one catch for 10 yards, fullback Bruce Miller caught two passes for 8 yards, running back LaMichael James had two receptions for 8 yards and two rushes for 7 yards, and running back Kendall Hunter added one yard on four carries.

Mario Manningham gets cleared for game against Saints

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/17/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham has been given the green light for Sunday against New Orleans despite a lingering knee issue that had him designated as questionable.

Mario Manningham questionable for Sunday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/15/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was limited in practice yet again Friday, and is officially listed on the injury report for Week 11 against the Saints as questionable. Manningham made his debut just a week ago, catching three passes for 30 yards.

Mario Manningham return not a triumphant one

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/10/2013)It was no surprise that 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was active for Sunday against Carolina. He was expected to play after finally recovering from an ACL tear and coming off the PUP list.

What was a surprise was that he led his team in targets with six. He also paced San Francisco in receiving yards - which isn't saying much on a horrible day for quarterback Colin Kaepernick. Manningham caught three passes for 30 yards. He snagged his first of the season for 10 yards on the team's second possession and added what could have been a key first-down catch with four minutes remaining in the game and the 49ers pinned back at their own 1-yard-line.

Manningham will try to build on his performance when San Francisco plays its Week 11 game at New Orleans.

Mario Manningham ready to make debut

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/9/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham is not listed on the injury report for Week 10 against the Panthers, after being activated from the PUP list. Manningham is set to make his first appearance Sunday since tearing his ACL Dec. 23 last year.

49ers activate Mario Manningham from PUP list

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/4/2013)The 49ers announced Monday they activated wide receiver Mario Manningham (knee) from the PUP list Monday. Manningham, who suffered a season-ending knee injury in December last season, returned to practice Oct. 15.

Mario Manningham expected to play Week 10

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(10/30/2013)When the 49ers waived wideout Marlon Moore on Wednesday, it was a sign that receiver Mario Manningham is close to returning. The San Jose Mercury News expects Manningham to be activated soon and play Nov. 10 against Carolina, following the bye week.

Manningham, who suffered a serious knee injury last December, remains on the PUP list. The team's deadline to activate him is Nov. 6.

Mario Manningham could be activated soon

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(10/25/2013)San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham could be activated soon, according to head coach Jim Harbaugh.

Manningham has been sidelined by a knee injury, and has not played this year. Harbaugh said that while Manningham is close, he will probably not be activated this Sunday.

Mario Manningham doing well in practice

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/24/2013)49ers offensive coordinator Greg Roman said Thursday wide receiver Mario Manningham (knee) has looked good in practice working with the first-team offense. Roman added the team celebrated when Manningham caught a touchdown in practice Wednesday.

Coach Jim Harbaugh said Wednesday Manningham is likely to be activated for Sunday's game at Jacksonville (game being played in London). Manningham has been on the PUP list all season.

Mario Manningham nearing return for 49ers

(10/19/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham, returning from an ACL injury suffered back in December, had one of his best practices yet Thursday, the Sacramento Bee reports.

Coach Jim Harbaugh said Friday that Manningham should return to action soon. Harbaugh also said that he does not have a "crystal ball."

The 49ers have yet to activate him from the PUP list so it appears he will not play Week 7 at Tennessee.

Mario Manningham not sure if he'll play Week 7

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/15/2013)49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham isn't certain if he'll play Week 7 against the Titans. He will try to participate in a couple periods of Wednesday's practice in order to see how his knee responds, according to the team's official website.

"I'm not sure, because I don't know how I'm going to feel," Manningham said. "If I feel good I might play. I'm not putting a time limit on there, just taking it serious day by day."

Manningham suffered torn knee ligaments in Week 16 of the 2012 season. The 49ers have yet to activate him from the PUP list.

Mario Manningham to start season on PUP list

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(8/18/2013)49ers wideout Mario Manningham, who's coming off knee surgery, will remain on the PUP list to start the season, coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed. That means Manningham will miss at least the first six games.

Kendall Hunter, Mario Manningham continue to rehab

The report says both have been rehabilitating on a side field during practices. Hunter has been doing more -- cutting, pulling heavy chains, sprinting at full speed -- than Manningham, and Hunter still hasn't been cleared for practice. It still seems as if Manningham has a few more steps to go before he can get back on the field.

49ers work to replace Crabtree

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(7/26/2013)The 49ers are trying to replace the injured Michael Crabtree (Achilles), and it looks like A.J. Jenkins will get the first crack at the starting job. According to the San Jose Mercury News, Jenkins lined up with the starters Thursday opposite Anquan Boldin.

Manningham, who was second on the team behind Crabtree with 42 receptions last season, figures to be about a month away from making a return to practice after his own ACL tear last year, reports Comcast Sports Net.

Niners place Mario Manningham and Kyle Williams on PUP list

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(7/20/2013)The 49ers placed wide receivers Mario Manningham and Kyle Williams on the physically unable to perform list for the start of training camp, according to NFL.com.

Manningham is rehabbing from multiple knee surgeries and could be in danger of starting the season on the PUP list. Williams sat out organized team activities but is hopeful he'll be ready for training camp.

49ers' receiving corps dealing with injury concerns at training camp

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(7/20/2013)The 49ers released their physically unable to perform list for training camp Saturday, and it further highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the team's wide receiving corps.

Mario Manningham and Kyle Williams, both recovering from knee surgeries, will be unable to practice at training camp until they pass a physical exam. The 49ers are already without No. 1 receiver Michael Crabtree due to surgery on his Achilles tendon, and it is not clear whether Manningham or Williams will be available to play at the start of the regular season.

Comcast Sports Net reports that Jenkins heads into training camp with what appears to be a slight lead over Patton and Ricardo Lockette. Kyle Williams and Mario Manningham did not take part in the offseason program due to knee injuries, but they figure to be factors in the competition, too.

Williams is expected to be cleared for the opening of training camp, while Manningham is more than a month behind Williams' rehab schedule.

Manningham rehabbing but no timetable

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/23/2013)Speaking on SiriusXM NFL Radio, Niners receiver Mario Manningham said he's feeling good and that his knee is getting stronger but has no timetable for his return. Manningham is hoping to be in the mix to help fill in for hurt Niners receiver Michael Crabtree but has to work his way back from a torn ACL first.

Manningham in line for No. 3 role

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/6/2013)Comcast Sports Net reports that 49ers receiver Mario Manningham is the front-runner for the No. 3 receiver job in San Francisco if healthy. Manningham is coming off a torn ACL last year. He is expected to enter training camp in a competition with second-year receiver A.J. Jenkins and rookie Quinton Patton for the third job behind Michael Crabtree and Anquan Boldin.

Manningham takes pay cut

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(3/15/2013)The 49ers and receiver Mario Manningham agreed to a pay cut that will shave over $2 million off his salary, according to Comcast Sportsnet. Manningham suffered a torn ACL and PCL in Week 16 of last year and might not play at all.

Manningham might miss start of camp

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/22/2013)49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh said Friday he wasn't sure if receiver Mario Manningham would be ready for the start of training camp. Manningham tore his ACL and PCL in Week 16 of last year.

Manningham to be limited in camp

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/8/2013)Comcast Sports Net reports that 49ers receiver Mario Manningham, who suffered a torn ACL and PCL in Week 16, is scheduled to make $3.95 million on the second year of his two-year contract in 2013. He underwent knee surgery and is not expected to be ready until the latter stages of training camp. When he's healthy, he figures to be back as a major contributor.

Manningham has to watch big game

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/30/2013)Mario Manningham hobbled into the Superdome stands on crutches and found an out-of-the-way seat to watch his San Francisco teammates go through media day frenzy on the field below, his emotions mixed. It's been nearly two weeks since the 49ers wide receiver underwent reconstructive surgery on his left knee and almost a year since he made the catch of his life in the Giants' Super Bowl victory. Manningham hoped to be playing on the New Orleans turf Sunday, when the 49ers face the Baltimore Ravens in the franchise's first Super Bowl in 18 years and with a perfect 5-0 championship record to protect. Instead, the soft-spoken wideout could win another ring, this time as a spectator. "Possibility," he said of capturing back-to-back titles. "This is different for me right now. I'm not down, I just wish I could help my team. You're never down. It's not bitterness. It's not like I did something for me not to be out there. I'm not out there because of injury."